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Trouble TTC
smiley143143
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Thyroid question
smiley143143
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in Trouble TTC
Hi I have an under active thyroid and just did blood work came about 6.2 something and we increased my dosage and do more blood in few weeks..anyway my question is what does the thyroid influence when trying to concieve..like does it not allow you to ovulate? I do OPK every month and I have smileys (the lh surge) every month around the same time..thanks it's something I forgot to ask my ob..
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Re: Thyroid question
Because my mom has hypothyroid (been on Synthroid for decades), although I have not tested with any thyroid problems, I wanted to look into the possible effects.
Like PP said, anovulation and long cycles can be an issue. Also I don't remember how all the hormones interact (probably because I still don't have a very clear understanding of how fertility hormones exactly work), but I remember that it can cause poorly matured eggs - they might ovulate, but not be of good quality.
Treating thyroid can make a big difference in fertility though! Good luck.
I was recently diagnosed as having hypothyroid as well. Being hypo can affect fertility and carrying a pregnancy in a number of ways.... but the good news is it is easily treated and monitored.
I hope this helps set your mind at ease!
TTC since 2012
Me 35, DH 32 -DH SA all clear
8/97 severe perotinitis infection as a result of ruptured appendix. poss abdomen/tube scarring
1/12 HSG all clear!
2/12 Multiple fibroids diagnosed, 2 submucosal
3/14 Hashimoto diagnosed, began treatment
3/14 first RE appointment
5/14 successful lapriscopic myomectomy via power morcellation
as of 7/14.....not so patiently waiting
poss IUI/IVF fall 2014 BIG Surprise BFP Aug 2014!
PCOS | Anovulatory | Metformin + Letrozole